Fragments of Italy

Photographer

Zixin Xiao

Category

Europe Photography - Italy Photography

Company

Submission Group

Student

Year

2026

Country / Region:

United Kingdom

This series explores Italy beyond its iconic image. Rather than simply documenting famous landmarks, I focus on the relationship between people, architecture, and everyday life. By observing moments of stillness, waiting, and interaction, I aim to show how individuals quietly become part of their surrounding spaces. Through symmetry, framing, and perspective, these photographs transform familiar places into personal experiences, revealing Italy as a lived-in environment rather than just a tourist destination.

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